CMT 226.072.14 Metal and Steel Dry Cut Saw Blade is a 14-inch industrial circular saw blade engineered for dry cutting of metal and steel profiles including channels, studs, angles, plates, pipes, rods, and tubes - all without coolant or cutting fluid. Built around a 72-tooth Flat with Alternate Chamfer (FWF) geometry and a 0 deg. cutting angle, this blade delivers clean, burr-free results on a wide range of ferrous materials. Compatible with circular saws, miter saws, and chop miter saws, it is rated for applications where consistent, high-quality cuts in medium to thick metal sections are required.

Key Features

• 72-Tooth FWF Tooth Geometry - the Flat with Alternate Chamfer tooth grind is engineered specifically for metal and steel, producing clean, burr-free cuts without requiring coolant, reducing post-cut cleanup and finishing time.
• 0 deg. Cutting Angle (Hook Angle) - a neutral hook angle controls feed rate and prevents blade grab, making it safer and more predictable when cutting dense metal profiles such as angles, plates, and pipes.
• 14-Inch Diameter Blade - the large 14 in. diameter handles medium to thick stock, giving the blade enough surface area to power through channels, studs, rods, and structural steel sections cleanly in a single pass.
• 25.4mm (1-inch) Bore Diameter - fits standard 1 in. arbor miter saws, chop saws, and circular saws, making it easy to mount on widely available industrial cutting machines.
• 0.087-inch Kerf Thickness - the kerf width is wide enough to provide blade stability through dense material while minimizing unnecessary material loss per cut.
• 0.071-inch Plate Thickness - a rigid plate reduces blade deflection under load, helping maintain cut accuracy and blade longevity when working through structural metal profiles.
• Maximum 2,000 RPM Rating - the blade is rated to perform at up to 2,000 RPM, suited to the operating speed of chop miter saws and dry-cut circular saws used for metal fabrication.
• HW (Hardmetal) Carbide Tooth Material - carbide-tipped teeth maintain their cutting edge through repeated contact with steel, angle iron, pipe, and conduit, reducing the frequency of blade changes in demanding work environments.
• Industrial Dry Cutter Design - engineered as an industrial dry cutter, this blade eliminates the need for cutting fluids or coolant systems, simplifying setup and reducing mess on the job site or in the shop.

Why This Product

• Coolant-free cutting for faster, cleaner workflow - because this blade is designed for dry cutting, there is no coolant to set up, contain, or clean up, making it practical for both shop environments and on-site metalworking applications.
• Handles a wide range of metal profiles in one blade - from structural channels and angle iron to round pipes, flat plates, and threaded rods, this single 14 in. blade covers the full range of medium and thick ferrous profiles commonly encountered in metal fabrication and construction.
• 72-tooth count for smooth, production-quality cuts - with 72 teeth on a 14 in. plate, the blade produces a finer cut finish than lower tooth-count demo blades, reducing secondary deburring or grinding work after cutting.
• Compatible with standard chop miter saws and circular saws - the 1 in. bore and 14 in. diameter match the arbor and blade capacity specs of widely used industrial chop saws and miter saws, so it drops directly into existing equipment without adapters.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 226.072.14
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 14 in.
• Bore Diameter: 25.4mm (1 in.)
• Number of Teeth: 72
• Tooth Grind Type: FWF (Flat with Alternate Chamfer)
• Sharpening: 8 FWF
• Cutting Angle: 0 deg.
• Kerf Thickness: 0.087 in.
• Plate Thickness: 0.071 in.
• Maximum RPM: 2,000
• Tooth Material: HW (Hardmetal Carbide)
• Blade Class: Medium/Thick Metal and Steel

Approved Applications

• Channels and studs
• Angles and angle iron
• Plates and flat bars
• Pipes and tubes
• Rods
• Crosscuts in metal and steel profiles

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of metal can the CMT 226.072.14 blade cut?

This blade is designed for cutting metal and steel profiles including channels, studs, angles, plates, pipes, tubes, and rods. It is rated for medium to thick metal stock and is intended for use with ferrous materials.

Does this saw blade require coolant or cutting fluid?

No. The CMT 226.072.14 is an industrial dry cutter circular saw blade, meaning it is engineered to cut metal and steel without the use of coolant or cutting fluid. This makes it well suited to both shop and job site applications where coolant systems are not practical.

What machines is this blade compatible with?

This blade is compatible with circular saws, miter saws, and chop miter saws. It has a 1 in. bore diameter (25.4mm) and a 14 in. diameter, so it should be verified against your saw's arbor size and maximum blade diameter specification before installation.

What is the maximum RPM for this blade, and why does it matter?

The CMT 226.072.14 is rated for a maximum of 2,000 RPM. It is important never to exceed this rating, as operating a blade above its rated speed can cause blade failure and creates a serious safety hazard. Always confirm your saw's no-load RPM is at or below 2,000 RPM before use with this blade.